I have accrued lots of flexi-leave which I have not been able to use up. Am I entitled to be paid for it?

Many contracts now include 'flexi-time' or 'flexi-leave' arrangements. These involve employees working extra hours and then taking these hours as time off in lieu (TOIL) at a later date, or sometimes taking the time off in advance and making it up at a later date, within whatever scheme rules have been agreed.

In workplaces where a union is recognised, there may be a collective agreement in place on flexi-time.

In general, you are not entitled to be paid for flexi-time you have built up but have not used, unless your scheme rules say something different, even on dismissal.

The position is different for annual leave.

Note: This content is provided as general background information and should not be taken as legal advice or financial advice for your particular situation. Make sure to get individual advice on your case from your union, a source on our free help page or an independent financial advisor before taking any action.